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Gerald (Jeremiah) O’Donovan (1871-1942), Novelist, Political Essayist and Irish Revivalist

Dermod O'Brien

1903

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland

Post-Impressionism Early Modern Portrait

Dominant colour

Gerald (Jeremiah) O’Donovan (1871-1942), Novelist, Political Essayist and Irish Revivalist is a 1903 oil by Dermod O'Brien, a Post-Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Ireland.

Who painted this?: Dermod O'Brien
When & what style?: 1903 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Ireland

About this work

This portrait painting depicts a man with a serious expression, wearing a dark jacket and a white clerical collar. The background is a solid dark color. The man's face is rendered in detail, with visible wrinkles and a prominent nose. His eyes are cast downward, giving the impression that he is lost in thought. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's attention to the subject's face. You can explore more works by the artist, Dermod O'Brien.

About the artist

Artist

Dermod O'Brien

William Dermod O'Brien PRHA DL Hon RA (10 June 1865 – 3 October 1945), commonly known as Dermod O'Brien, was an Irish painter, chiefly of landscapes and portraits.

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